How to travel from Taean to Hwaseong, South Korea

The distance between Taean and Hwaseong is around 386km (240 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly, then take the train, then take the underground and then take a taxi which takes around 2h 35m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Taean to Hwaseong by train, bus, subway, car, plane and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out HwaseongTaean if you're planning a return trip.

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taxi
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Taxi and Plane

Take a taxi to Pohang (KPO) then fly from Pohang (KPO) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP).

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ₩204,430($155)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Train

Take the train to Singyeongju Station then Daejeon Station and then to Suwon Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩74,695($57)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩81,245($62)
Operated by

TxBus

💰 Cheapest
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bus
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train
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to KTX Ulsan Station then take the train to Dongdaegu Station and then to Suwon Station.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩72,075($55)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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car
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Drive

Drive to Hwaseong-si.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Distance386km (240 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Taean and Hwaseong

There are several options for getting from Taean to Hwaseong by train, bus, subway, car, plane and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ₩72,075 ($55) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly, then take the train, then take the underground and then take a taxi and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩149,390 ($115).

The distance between Taean and Hwaseong is around 386km (240 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 69km (43 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Taean and Hwaseong by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Taean to Hwaseong is to fly, then take the train, then take the underground and then take a taxi which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩149,390 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Taean and Hwaseong, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ₩72,075 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Taean and Hwaseong. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Taean to Hwaseong. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Namchang Station, Taehwagang Station, Singyeongju Station, Daejeon Station, Suwon Station and Yamok Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.

Korail Mugunghwa, Korail and Suseo High Speed Railway run train services between Taean and Hwaseong. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Taean and Hwaseong. It typically takes around 6hrs and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Taean to Hwaseong. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ulsan, Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and Ansan. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 6hrs.

TxBus run regular bus services between Taean and Hwaseong. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 6hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Taean to Hwaseong. We recommend that you fly from Ulsan (USN) to Seoul Gimpo (GMP) then take the train to Suwon Station and then to Yamok Station then take a taxi to Hwaseong-si. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Hwaseong is Gimpo International Airport (GMP) (GMP) which is approximately 40km (25 miles) from Hwaseong. Incheon International Airport (ICN) (ICN) and Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) (CJJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Taean and Hwaseong. The distance is around 386km (240 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Taean to Hwaseong is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩74,695 ($57).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Taean and Hwaseong

Transport options from Taean to Hwaseong
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Taxi and Plane + 3 similar
3h 15m
₩204,430($155)
every 30 mins447km (277 miles)
Plane, Train and Taxi2h 35m
₩149,390($115)
every 30 mins406km (253 miles)
Train, Plane and Taxi3h 30m
₩95,660($73)
every 30 mins470km (292 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus4hrs
₩615,905($470)
hourly499km (310 miles)
Train
3h 35m
₩74,695($57)
hourly407km (253 miles)
Bus
6hrs
₩81,245($62)
every 4 hours443km (275 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
4h 25m
₩72,075($55)
hourly391km (243 miles)
Bus to KTX Ulsan Station, train4h 50m
₩78,625($60)
hourly454km (282 miles)
Drive
4h 10m
₩74,695($57)
on demand386km (240 miles)

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Airports near Hwaseong

The following major airports near Hwaseong offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.

GMP
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
International Airport
Distance
40km (25 miles) from Hwaseong
ICN
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
International Airport
Distance
44km (27 miles) from Hwaseong
CJJ
Cheongju International Airport (CJJ)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Hwaseong